Beach lovers come in many colors

On Saturday, June 14, Heal the Bay commemorates the legacy of Nick Gabaldón, L.A.’s first early surfer of color, with a day full of family-friendly activities at Santa Monica’s historic Bay Street beach. Free surf lessons begin at 10 a.m. (registration required), followed by naturalist tours, raffles and a documentary film screening about the life of Nick Gabaldón. The Santa Monica Pier Aquarium will be open free of charge from 12:30 – 5 p.m.